Find & Apply For Recreation / Activities Worker Jobs in Lorain, Ohio

Position Summary:

The Shelter Monitor is responsible for monitoring the activities of residents of the shelter/center and to ensure compliance with program rules and expectations. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the safety of residents and the security and sanitation of the program. The Shelter Monitor will provide direct program support to residents and work collaboratively with management to help ensure successful completion of Individual Housing Plans and employment.

Available positions:

1st or 2nd shift

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None Essential Job Functions:

Ensures a safe, secure and efficient facility and program 24 hours a day Ensures safety of residents and staff in fire and other emergencies Ensures residents' compliance with agency policy and rules Encourages the residents' successful move to stable housing Ensure a safe and manageable living environment for shelter residents Monitors residential areas, is visible and continuously interacts with shelter residents Assist residents within limits in processing issues and problem-solving Monitor medication and consumption log in accordance to the medication policy of the program Consult with direct supervisor or supervisor on-duty regarding residents' personal needs, behavior and service planning Follow Drug Free Workplace Policy procedures, conduct screening as necessary Supervise program activities and other programming for residents Document case files on a regular basis and tracks interactions with residents Acts as OBB (Ohio Benefit Bank) counselor Follow appropriate critical incident protocol and accompanying documentation Maintain a comprehensive and accurate written record of events that occur during shifts, as well as thorough incident reports Maintain resident sign-in/out log as well as all other logbooks and records Collect data for the HMIS database as required Enforce periodic fire drills and perform other safety duties as directed to ensure safety of residents, including implementing emergency evacuation protocol Answer telephone and route calls or messages to appropriate staff Respond to in-person and telephone inquiries from the public Receive, account for and secure all donations received during the shift, as well as provide donation receipts to donors upon request Perform other duties assigned

Additional Job Functions:

Check for contraband in facility through general observation, room or package/purse searches per the search, contraband, and weapons protocols Setup and/or breakdown for meals as well as meal preparation and kitchen clean up

Requirements:

The successful candidate shall have 2 years community based social services experience or other related experience with the homeless population, mentally ill or substance abusers. Requirements include the ability to interact and communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing. The Shelter Monitor must be able to prepare written reports; monitor and direct program activities; and ensure the safety and security of program operations.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. The ability to safely operate a motor vehicle to transport oneself, others and program supplies as necessary The physical ability to travel to stand, stoop, bend, reach, pull, push, lift, grasp, climb, talk, see, hear and perform basic and light home maintenance activities and operate office equipment The physical ability to move and lift light objects up to 30 pounds such as mail, supplies, files, and equipment

Other:

Valid driver's license in jurisdiction of residence. May be required to drive company van CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Training must be acquired and maintained once employed

Typical Working Conditions:

This position operates in a homeless shelter/residential type environment. The employee may be exposed to loud noise and communicable diseases. Neighborhood Alliance does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, military status, ancestry, veteran status, or any other factor specified in Section 125.111 of the Ohio Revised Code, in the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, or in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and in any subsequent legislation pertaining to civil rights . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the aforementioned classes.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person